NetEase's superhero team-based shooter Marvel Rivals has implemented significant changes to its ranked surrender system in response to player feedback. The Season 2 update, dubbed "Hellfire Gala," introduces a more flexible surrender voting mechanism designed to help players escape matches compromised by disruptive behavior.

The current season has seen the addition of iconic Marvel characters like Ultron as a support hero and Emma Frost as a playable mutant. However, competitive matches have been plagued by issues including smurf accounts (where high-skilled players use low-ranked alternates) and intentional throwers who sabotage their own team's performance.

Previously, surrender votes required unanimous team approval when five players remained, creating situations where toxic players could hold matches hostage. The June 26 update introduces scaled voting thresholds:

• 4 remaining players: 3 votes needed
• 3 remaining players: 2 votes needed
• 2 remaining players: unanimous vote required

While this change provides relief from ruined matches, some community members worry it might encourage premature surrenders in winnable games. NetEase has balanced this by maintaining rank point penalties for surrendered matches, though slightly reduced from previous seasons.

The development team continues monitoring the system's effectiveness as Season 2 progresses toward its conclusion. Players can expect further adjustments based on data collected during this trial period, with potential refinements coming in Season 3.